Beginning Jan. 1, the program will provide in-home pet care such as
dog-walking, litter box maintenance, transportation to and from
veterinary appointments and financial assistance with pet food,
grooming and routine veterinary care for small animals.

There are no charges to the patients.

"Helping to care for a beloved pet can bring tremendous comfort to a
hospice patient," Executive Director Lee Ann Church said, "and if we
can help maintain or improve a patient's quality of life, then we've
met our goal."